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Recently, a significant leadership change occurred in Sri Lanka as the country elected a new President (Anura Kumara Dissanayake) amidst efforts to recover from a severe economic crisis. Observers are closely watching how Dissanayake balances relations between major powers, particularly India and China, especially given the island nation’s strategic geopolitical location in the Indian Ocean.
Neighbourhood First Policy
SAGAR' Vision
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A strengthened relationship with Sri Lanka offers several advantages for India:
Sri Lanka's significance to India is rooted in several key factors:
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The Supreme Court of India recently addressed the persistent issue of stubble-burning in Punjab and Haryana, a practice that contributes significantly to air pollution in the National Capital Region (NCR), particularly around Diwali. The court has criticized the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) for failing to prosecute violators of stubble-burning laws, despite having the authority to impose severe penalties. This issue has drawn public attention due to its direct impact on air quality and public health in the NCR.
Fact Box: Role of the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM)
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Recently, the plight of the Chenchus, one of the Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) in Andhra Pradesh, has come to the forefront due to the significant socio-economic challenges they face.
Fact Box: Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs)
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The World Health Organization (WHO) has recently approved the Alinity m MPXV assay, a real-time PCR diagnostic test for mpox that provides immediate results.
What is Mpox?
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In light of the recent Iranian missile attack on Israel, there are pressing questions about India’s own missile defense capabilities.
Fact Box: What is a missile?
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On July 30, 2023, the villages of Mundakkai and Chooralmala in Wayanad district faced devastating landslides, resulting in 231 deaths and 41 people missing. This tragedy has underscored the urgent need to reassess disaster management strategies in Kerala, a state previously considered relatively safe from such calamities.
Q. Discuss the impact of climate change on disaster management in Kerala, specifically focusing on the recent landslides in Wayanad. What measures can be taken to improve community engagement in disaster risk reduction?
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The Supreme Court recently issued a landmark ruling prohibiting caste-based discrimination in prison treatment, addressing longstanding colonial practices and constitutional violations in Indian jails.
Q. Critically analyze the Supreme Court's recent ruling against caste-based discrimination in prisons. Discuss its implications for prison administration and constitutional rights in India.
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The Indian government has initiated a circular migration program, allowing 997 youth from Maharashtra to work in Israel, earning a monthly salary of Rs 1.37 lakh. This program is designed to bridge skill gaps in developed countries while enhancing the skill sets of Indian workers.
Q. Discuss the implications of India's circular migration agreements on skill development and economic growth. How can such initiatives reshape the narrative around brain drain?
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